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Does “Politically Correct” Mean Inclusive and Respectful?

Leading in Context

Lately there has been a lot of discussion about the term "politically correct," sometimes shortened to "PC." I have noticed it is used when people refer to the pressure to be polite to all people, including those who are different from themselves. .

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Setting Healthy Boundaries: What to Say When You Need to Say No

Let's Grow Leaders

You’re going to learn strategies not just for declining politely, but also how to maintain respect and integrity, particularly when you have to say no to your boss or turn down a tempting project. 01:02 – Check Out the Book! Here’s why, and I’m curious about your perspective.”

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How Ethical a Change Leader Are You?

Lead Change Blog

The team I worked with were characterised by lack of confidentiality, conflicting personal and political agendas, lack of respect, and a lack of trust. However, what worked best was modelling ethical leadership throughout, providing an alternative approach that most had never experienced. The post How Ethical a Change Leader Are You?

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We Must Hold Our Leaders To The Highest Levels Of Integrity.

Rich Gee Group

This not only refers to our political spectrum but to all corporate leaders and managers worldwide. In recent years, however, it has become increasingly clear that many leaders have lost sight of the importance of integrity and have engaged in behavior that calls into question their character and ethical standards.

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How Good Are You in Managing Office Politics?

Coaching Tip

“Those who are too smart to engage in politics are punished by being governed by those who are dumber.” Plato (paraphrased). Politics are about power, the acquisition of power, the distribution of power, the uses and abuses of power. Any relationship--personal or professional--becomes political the moment power is introduced. "In

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Leadership & Political Correctness | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

OXYMORON …Great leaders are not politically correct, but they are politically savvy – there is a difference. Putting political agendas and peer pressure aside (as great leaders do), leaders should not make their choices based upon public opinion.

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LeadershipNow 140: July 2023 Compilation

Leading Blog

Insider Ted Van Dyk Can America overcome the recent political polarization and dysfunction? by @DebbieLaskeyMBA The Five W's of Leadership via @LeadershipMain You’re great at this job, let’s make you a manager! Or are our circumstances so dire and unprecedented that decline is inevitable and history holds few lessons?